J.Mendel Spring 2012 RTW

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j.mendel: one of my highest revered designers. his spring 2012 collection was inspired by Dorothy Draper, a pioneer in American interior design (early 1900s). vertical stripes in bold color combinations, cool geometry, belted waists, clean silhouettes, slits all the way up to there (!) and sharp pleating were consistent themes throughout.

Fall foliage on Saga Hill

stroll through Loring Park, Minneapolis MN

early sept kristin and i took a stroll through the lovely Loring Park, downtown Minneapolis. we stumbled upon several inspiring spots that were picture ready +  worthy, no kidding. [ps: none of these were filtered or  photoshopped, all were taken with my 10mpx iPhone, how lovely!] enjoy!

watercolor + ink sheer-ness

illustrations by Samantha Hahn

BCBGMaxAzria Runway Spring 2012

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a sporty "need-for-speed" theme was seen throughout the collection and tempered by the organic nature of the wooden sandals with bronze embroidery worn with every outfit. color-blocking is still very much alive with tribal accents hinted through towards the end of the show. it seems that the

10 Crosby by Derek Lam Spring 2010 RTW

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Stripes are still a hit! There was a bold playfulness to the bright, diamond-print separates here, as well as the Saint James-esque striped pants. One of the coolest looks in the lineup was the graphic, color-blocked tunic worn over a pencil skirt. Lam calls it "the new suit." It should transition easily from day to night—ideal for his customer, who presumably has a calendar jam-packed with both work and social functions. [Style.com]


"Hanne Gaby Odiele [model featured in the the Spring 2012 RTW collection below] has this sunny, exuberant personality and a relaxed and cool sense of style," Derek Lam said. "Over the years, she has become sort of a muse for me." She has retained that role for the designer's new 10 Crosby line. After starring in and helping style the first lookbook, Odiele made an encore appearance for Spring. And while 10 Crosby is only in its second season, a few things have already become clear about Lam's latest project: He means business (the company expects 10 Crosby to soon eclipse the main collection, in both sales and scope), and he isn't cutting any corners. The design team puts a premium on the quality of its materials, using only the crispest of poplins, painted linens that hold their shape, and waxed cotton that looks like leather."

business card

the new business card. like?

Birthday wishes and filters to my lovely friend Rachel... Who now resides in the wonderful South Africa. Much love Rachel, we miss you!

saga hill

this is where things go down

Honey Badger don't care....

Vball at Fletcher's on spectacular Wed nights